Cure For A Cold

Vitamin C - Curing the Common Cold

The first thing that comes to mind when treating a common cold is taking vitamin C. Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling first found the connection between vitamin C and the common cold. Since then, Pauling advocated large doses of vitamin C as a cure for the common cold the supposed effectiveness of the vitamins in the relief of various diseases has always been a controversial issue. Many of the claims made about vitamin C Pauling drew attention because he won the coveted Nobel Peace Prize and other Nobel Prize for his outstanding work in the field of chemistry. Dr. Linus Pauling is the only person to win two Nobel prizes unshared. He had received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1954 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1962. It was also the second person after Marie Curie to win the prestigious award twice.

Pauling believed that the presence of vitamin C in the queue blocks intercellular virus particles that move through cells and tissues. Also the hypothesis that participated in the activity of interferon. Interferons are proteins that interfere with virus production and stop the spread of infections.

According to Pauling, The common cold is the result of a virus infection, leading to inflammation of the upper respiratory tract. The common cold can last from three to ten days and the media can affect a person three times a year.

Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, is a term that literally means "no scurvy." About 250 years ago, a British physician who discovered that sailors citrus fruits were given cured of scurvy, a disease caused by deficiency of vitamin C. dehydroascorbic acid and ascorbic acid are the active forms of vitamin C in food. Most supplements contain only ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid levels in the blood also rises after consumption of foods containing Vitamin C and ascorbic acid.

Unfortunately, the British Navy waited 50 years until she acted on this information and asked all vessels to lemon juice to provide every sailor. The deadline was given to limestone British sailors because of this requirement. Because of this, some have concluded that supplements to offer the same benefits as food. However, this ignores the fact that dehydroascorbic acid (the other active form of vitamin C) may have other effects positive than that of higher levels of ascorbic acid. In fact, the body can absorb and use both forms of vitamin C.

Many studies on the effect of vitamin C on the common cold has been made since late 1930. In 1938, Dr. Roger Korbash St. Elizabeth Hospital, Oberhausen, Germany published their findings that vitamin C is effective for the treatment of various diseases. He used vitamin C to treat gastritis and ulcers. It then uses vitamin C to treat rhinitis, or inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose. He found that the therapy was valuable and decided to try 250 or 500 milligrams, vitamin injections in that a person suffering from a cold. Concluded that vitamin C therapy at any time led to immediate disappearance of cold symptoms, but sometimes another injection may be necessary the next day. In general, Korbash believed that vitamin C could be safely administered in large doses. He also stated that Vitamin C was much higher than cold medicines.

Although doctors are still debating the clinical studies that have repeated the original findings of Dr. Pauling, most of them would agree that vitamin C is a good first step in fighting the common cold.

Cold-Eeze Loz Herbal 18 Pc - Cold-Eeze
Cold-Eeze Loz Herbal 18 Pc - Cold-Eeze
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Cold-Eeze - Lozenge, Herbal 18 Piece

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Nasal Strips - Breathe Lift - New Nose Strips Product - 5 Pack Perfect for Seasonal allergy relief
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Better than Breathe Right -- Breathe Easily, Sleep Better & Feel Great! Nasal strips are drug-free, nonprescription devices that work mechanically--from the outside--to gently open nasal passages and make breathing easier. Each nasal strip consists of one nose strip with a special adhesive pad to clear passages. When properly placed on the nose, the nasal strip gently lifts open the nose and widens the nasal valve, instantly making it easier to breathe. Breathe Lift strips can ease snoring, nasal congestion due to a cold or allergies, Seasonal allergies, breathing difficulties caused by a deviated septum, and troubled sleep caused by minor breathing problems. In addition, the strips can help make exercise more efficient by reducing the energy needed to breathe, letting you redirect your efforts to other aspects of your workout. Breathe Lift is used to lessen the symptoms of common ailments like cold and flu, provide allergy and congestion relief. Better breathing helps you, and those around you, sleep through the night. Breathe Lift will help draw the water out of congested tissue, reduce the edema or swelling and open up the nasal passages and sinus openings to allow for better drainage.

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Does not work

by Christopher J. Hartman from PA on 2009-10-12
This product does not work. I've tried this product and Clear Passage and none of them work well. This products does not open the nostrils and Clear Passage strips (similar to Breathe Right) do not stick to your skin.The only item that works well, faithfully, is Breathe Right strips.I do not recommend this product.


Saved my wedding date!

by Blaise C. Dietz from on 2008-12-17
I purchased my first pack of Breathe Life strips and my fiance was happier than I was. The snoring was really killing her, I have tried the other products on the market and none of them worked as consistenly as Breathe Lift.Of course I slept better and therefore had more energy but it was the smile on my fiances face that has me committed to Breathe Lift for life! I use the strips nightly and recently started using them at the gym. If you are a health nut like I am and want to maximize your session at the gym give these a try. Awesome, awesome awesome!Thank you creators of Breathe Lift!Blaise and Nareman


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by Michael Blotkamp from on 2008-12-16
Terrific product. This significantly reduced and many nights it even prevented my snoring. My girlfriend is convinced this is the best money I have ever spent. Thank you !!! The breathe lift probably saved my relationship. ~ Mike B.


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by M. Jones from on 2008-11-27
I just am not sure that I think these work that well. My husband says he thinks I may be snoring a little less with them. But not much! I'm so thrilled!! I do know that they pull the skin like crazy when you pull them off in the morning. I don't think I will purchase them again. I'll try something else.


Honey Lemon Cold Eeze Loz - 18 PC,(Cold-EEZE)
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Cold-Eeze Homeopathic, Non-Sedating Lozenges, Citrus is a homeopathic candy containing zinc gluconate glycine to help reduce the severity and duration of the common cold. COLD-EEZE cold drops should be taken at the first sign of a cold, such as cough, sore throat, stuffy nose, sneezing, post-nasal drip and hoarseness. Continue treating with COLD-EEZE until all symptoms disappear. COLD-EEZE is 100 percent natural, has no preservatives and is non-drowsy. COLD-EEZE is the #1 pharmacist-recommended zinc cold treatment. It is recommended four-to-one over its nearest competitor. N/A

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Strebry Cream Cold Eeze Loz - 18 PC,(Cold-EEZE)
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The Original One of a kind Zinc Cold Remedy - COLD - EEZE reduced the duration of the common cold by 3 to 4 days! Shown in a series of clinical studies at leading research institutes, COLD - EEZE reduced the duration of the common cold by 3 to 4 days. Other cold remedies treat symptoms but do not shorten colds. They also have unwanted and sometimes dangerous side effects. N/A

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Lemon/Lime/Citrus Cold Eeze Loz - 18 PC,(Cold-EEZE)
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COLD-EEZE lozenges are all natural, contain no preservatives or dyes and are non-drowsy. COLD-EEZE is the #1 Pharmacist Recommended zinc cold treatment. It is recommended four-to-one over its nearest competitor. COLD-EEZE FACTS: Each package of COLD-EEZE Lozenges contains 18 Zinc Gluconate Glycine (ZIGG ) Lozenges Each lozenge contains 13.3mg of Ionic Zinc Recommended Daily Dose: 6 lozenges; 1 every 2 to 4 hours Use only as directed on the package. Each Cold-Eeze lozenge contains 18 calories and 4.5g of carbohydrates. All Cold-Eeze products are gluten free N/A

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Tropical Fruit Cold Eeze Loz - 18 PC,(Cold-EEZE)
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COLD-EEZE lozenges are all natural, contain no preservatives or dyes and are non-drowsy. COLD-EEZE is the #1 Pharmacist Recommended zinc cold treatment. It is recommended four-to-one over its nearest competitor. COLD-EEZE FACTS: Each package of COLD-EEZE Lozenges contains 18 Zinc Gluconate Glycine (ZIGG ) Lozenges Each lozenge contains 13.3mg of Ionic Zinc Recommended Daily Dose: 6 lozenges; 1 every 2 to 4 hours Use only as directed on the package. Each Cold-Eeze lozenge contains 18 calories and 4.5g of carbohydrates. All Cold-Eeze products are gluten free N/A

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Zicam Cold Remedy Zavors Cherry Flavor - 45 Coated Chews
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Zicam Cold Remedy is safe and does not cause the side effects often experienced when taking cold relief products, such as drowsiness or grogginess, Zicam Cold Remedy is not habit-forming.

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Cold Sores Remedy Skin Repairing Gel
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Cold Sores Heal Anti Viral Skin Repairing Skin Gel Cold Sores Treatment - Cold sores are caused by a viral infection that attacks the skin and nervous system. Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters on the mouth or nose. Cold sores are caused by a viral infection that attacks the skin and nervous system. Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters on the mouth or nose. After the first episode of the disease, the virus lies dormant in the nerves or skin around the original area until something sets the virus off into another eruption. Colds, flu, and even stress can cause you to have an outbreak of cold sores. Treatment for cold sores is a natural solution to a painful, frustrating and often skin infection. The combination of anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and skin repairing herbs make this water-based gel an effective and affordable way to ease the discomfort of cold sores/ fever blisters and speed the healing process. Cold sores heal is a combination of anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and skin repairing herbs make this water-based gel an effective and affordable way to ease the discomfort of cold sores/fever blisters and speed the healing process. Traditionally, the herbs in cold sores heal have been used for their anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and skin repairing characteristics. Compare the ingredients of cold sores remedy to many common topicals and you'll find that we have taken an innovative and effective approach to this painful and often embarrassing problem. Cold Sores Suggested Use : Cure for cold sores external use only. Apply liberally over affected area as often as needed. When using remedy for cold sores in conjunction with the DermaSeptic device, apply after treatment. Ingredients: Chaparral (anti-herpetic), St. John's Wort (anti-inflammatory), Poke (anti-viral), Arnica & Willow (pain relief), Lavender and Yarrow (anti-spasmodic), Comfrey (skin repair), and Vitamin C (pH balance) in an Aloe Vera gel.

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Probe & Well Kit, 4 foot Rectal for SureTemp 690 and 692 Thermometer
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Flu and Cold Times Tincture 1.69 fl. oz.
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NatureWorks Flu & Cold Times is a homeopathic remedy that stimulates your body's natural defense mechanisms. For temporary relief of fever, chills, post-nasal drip, head and chest congestion, minor sore throat pain cough, body aches, pains and soreness associated with a cold and flu.

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best of its kind

by Moon Glough from on 2008-09-12
i love this product, and have been using it for years. it will prevent a cold from progressing if you take it early. it will diminish the symptoms of a cold you already have. it's good for cold-related headaches and body aches. helps you sleep, too, with no after effects.